Ethan Crossfield 
In today’s games-and-entertainment landscape, audience retention is the real scoreboard—and Star Wars: Andor’s second season just posted a win. The series has officially concluded with events that lead directly into Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and viewers didn’t just watch; they rated.
Season finale lands with a big viewer score
The final episodes of Andor’s second season are now released, bringing the story to a close. According to IMDb viewer ratings, the season’s reception has been notably strong: six of the twelve episodes scored above 9.5/10. That concentration of top-tier scores has been described as a record-like achievement.
Beyond episode-by-episode praise, the series also holds its own in broader franchise context. Andor’s overall average rating is 8.4/10, placing it behind only two other high-performing entries within the Star Wars franchise: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (8.7/10) and The Mandalorian (8.6/10). In other words, the season’s success isn’t just hype—it’s reflected across the franchise’s most-liked titles by average score.
Why fans say Andor feels different from the rest
The reaction online frames Andor and The Mandalorian as standout exceptions. Viewers argue they haven’t grown tired of Star Wars itself; instead, they’ve become wary of the franchise’s lower-quality projects produced primarily after Disney acquired Lucasfilm.
Several fans also point to tone and pacing. Discussions emphasize Andor’s atmosphere—described as darker and more engaging—and suggest it can match or even surpass the original Star Wars trilogy in terms of narrative pull. That’s a bold comparison, but it reflects how strongly the audience believes the show’s storytelling approach resonates.
Runtime math and the call for more stories
There’s also a practical angle to the praise: runtime. Online calculations put Andor’s total runtime at 20 hours and 15 minutes. For comparison, the Skywalker Saga—the nine main films—runs for 20 hours and 35 minutes. The similarity in total watch time is used to highlight a key difference: the show’s storytelling, character development, and depth are argued to be far more substantial than what many viewers associate with the film saga.
Finally, the conversation isn’t limited to the past. Many viewers are calling for showrunner Tony Gilroy to return and develop additional compelling stories featuring different characters, suggesting that the season ending didn’t fully satisfy the audience’s appetite—it sharpened it.
Key points
- Andor Season 2 has concluded, tying its events directly into Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
- IMDb viewer ratings were exceptionally high, with half the season’s episodes above 9.5/10.
- Andor’s overall franchise ranking by average score places it just behind Empire Strikes Back and The Mandalorian.
- Fans highlight Andor’s darker tone, deeper character focus, and even compare it favorably to the original trilogy.
| Title | Overall rating (IMDb) |
|---|---|
| Andor | 8.4/10 |
| Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back | 8.7/10 |
| The Mandalorian | 8.6/10 |
Expert View
For the market, Andor’s finish is a clear signal that audiences still reward craft—especially when tone, character work, and narrative structure align. In esports terms, it’s the difference between a highlight reel and a sustained performance: the second season didn’t just peak in the finale, it delivered enough consistency to earn top-tier ratings across many episodes. If the community’s Tony Gilroy call gains traction, it may reinforce a broader strategy for the franchise—fewer generic entries, more tightly written, character-driven stories that respect viewer expectations.
FAQ
Has Star Wars: Andor Season 2 officially finished?
Yes. The final episodes of the second season have been released, and the series has officially concluded.
How did viewers rate the Season 2 episodes on IMDb?
IMDb viewer ratings show that six of the twelve episodes scored above 9.5/10.
Where does Andor rank by overall average rating in the Star Wars franchise?
Andor’s overall average is 8.4/10, surpassed only by Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (8.7/10) and The Mandalorian (8.6/10).
Does Andor Season 2 connect to any other Star Wars story?
Yes. The series’ events lead directly into the film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
